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Heideveld High School Testimonial
Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity that our learners experienced.They came running back

Official Hout Bay Pilot Site Launch
The 26th of July marked the first official Hout Bay pilot site programme. The day

Heideveld Feeding Programme Launch
A Beautiful Beginning: Our Children’s Church Ministry Feeding Programme Launch Yesterday (27 July) marked a

Marsh Memorial Multi Day Holiday Programme, July 2025
From Wobbly Decks to Brave Hearts There’s something truly magical about watching a group of

Mandela Day 2025
18 July – Mandela Day The Little Optimist was invited to by the V&A Waterfront

Our voice, our future – Episode 4: Dare to dream
What does it truly mean to “dare to dream”? In this inspiring episode of Our

Youth Skills Day, 15 July 2025
At The Little Optimist Trust , we believe every young person deserves the chance to

Boat Delivery – Durban to Cape Town (Josh)
Just wrapped up an unforgettable sailing trip from Durban to Cape Town and wow… what

Boat Delivery – Durban to Cape Town (Renton)
My Journey from Durban to Cape Town So the journey started the day we flew

Boat Delivery – Durban to Cape Town (Shane)
Offshore Durban To Cape Town Sailing Trip. When one thought became reality. So far throughout

Boat Delivery – Durban to Cape Town (Amir)
I want to extend my deepest thanks to Bruce Tedder for giving me and my

Laureus Masterclass, 19 June 2025
Greg Bertish and Erica McCune attended the Laureus Master Class. Helping the helpers Giving to

Blikkiesdorp Sailing Thru Life, 15 July 2025
Blikkiesdorp Soccer Club 15th July 2025 A nervous but eager group joined us on 15

Photo Report, June 2025
Please download our June photo report! Click the button below! June Photo Report

Sailing, Sunshine & Big Smiles: A Day to Remember in the Mother City
On the 21st on June, the Academy was bursting with joy, laughter, and a whole

From Dinghies to Demi-Pliés: A Day of Grace and Growth at the Academy
At The Little Optimist Sailing Academy, we’ve always believed in helping young people step into

Train the Trainer – the three sailing academies
The Little Optimist partnered with the Hout Bay Yacht Club and Zeekoevlei Sailing Centre with

Hout Bay YC Mock sail
The Hout Bay Yacht Club has a perfect setting. Nestled between mountains and the ocean,

Jag Foundation Programme, 7 June 2025
A Day of High Fives, Ocean Vibes, and Unforgettable Firsts! 🌊⛵✨ The energy was electric

A Splash of Hope at the World Ocean Day Art Exhibition
Kalk Bay was alive with colour, creativity, and community spirit as we gathered for the

The Little Optimist Crew Sets Sail at Zeekoevlei for a mock sailing programme
At The Little Optimist Trust, we always say sailing changes lives — but sometimes, it

Youth Day 2025
This year our youth are sailing a different kind of boat. Our Sailing managers and

Little Optimist Dragons
On Saturday 24 May, The Little Optimist Crew made waves at the V&A Waterfront as
